Brendan Rodgers' side were dumped out of the Champions League at the group stage after returning to Europe's top club competition for the first time since 2009-10.
Liverpool were beaten by Real Madrid twice and Basle, while draws against the Swiss champions and Bulgarian minnows Ludogorets left the Anfield club third in Group B.
But Liverpool return to Europe on Thursday night as they face the Turkish league leaders in the first leg of the knockout tie.
Members of the squad including Daniel Sturridge, Raheem Sterling and Jordan Henderson were pictured arriving at Anfield shortly after midday as the Reds look to take their impressive Premier League form into European competition.
Liverpool are unbeaten in their last nine in the league, a run that has rescued their season and left Brendan Rodgers' side in contention of securing a top-four finish.
And the former Swansea manager will be looking upon the Europa League as another opportunity to secure Champions League football next season with the winner of the often-derided competition earning a seat at Europe's top table for the 2015-16 season.
Meanwhile, Adam Lallana revealed he regrets the manner of his departure from Southampton but insists he never refused to play for the club in order to secure his exit.
The 26-year-old, who spent 12 years with Saints, became the subject of a protracted and high-profile transfer saga last summer with the Reds making three separate bids before they were successful.
In between those offers there was speculation Lallana had tried to force Southampton's hand by issuing an ultimatum but the player denies that.
A deal in the region of £25m was finally agreed but the acrimonious manner of his departure still rankles with fans, who were not assuaged by a full page advert Lallana placed in the local newspaper offering his thanks.
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